Quiet time is essential for teenage girls because it supports mental processing, identity formation, and emotional wellbeing. Without constant stimulation from devices, the brain can reflect, connect ideas, and settle. Research shows excessive passive screen use is linked to poorer mental health outcomes, making regular moments of stillness increasingly important.
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A school Mother’s Day market gives students practical experience in entrepreneurship by guiding them through creating, marketing and selling their own products. At Santa Maria College, Women in Business students develop real-world skills such as communication, financial management and problem-solving while running their own stalls. This hands-on learning builds confidence and prepares students for future pathways beyond school.
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Outdoor education for girls helps build resilience, confidence and a stronger sense of belonging. This article explains that camp experiences give girls genuine challenge, time in nature and opportunities to work things out for themselves. It argues these moments are especially valuable in a world where many young people have less unstructured outdoor time.
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Belonging shapes how a girl learns, connects and grows, and it often begins in the small moments of school life. This thoughtful piece explores why belonging matters for wellbeing and achievement, with practical questions parents can ask to better understand how their daughter is feeling.
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From purple ribbons to a staff-vs-students volleyball match, our community came together to celebrate International Women’s Day while raising funds for Zonta House. Discover how students embraced the #GivetoGain message through generosity, leadership and connection.
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In just four weeks, our students brought As We Face the Sun to life in a powerful outdoor performance that marked the end of an era and the beginning of an exciting new chapter. As we prepare to open our Cultural Centre, this remarkable production showcased the confidence, creativity and courage that define a Santa Maria education.
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Step inside our classrooms and see how our teachers refine their craft so every girl is supported to think deeply and achieve her best.
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What happens when a real film crew arrives on campus? Our students didn’t just watch – they stepped into the spotlight, gaining hands-on industry experience as part of the launch of our new Cultural Centre.
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Our students are exploring bold colour, ocean conservation and creative confidence with Artist in Residence Ian Daniell. Discover how his two-week residency is inspiring curiosity, joy and a deeper connection to art and the environment.
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New research confirms what many families already sense: delaying smartphones protects your daughter’s wellbeing, sleep and confidence. Discover why waiting matter.
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The Year 12 Ball marked a proud and joyful beginning to the final year for the Class of 2026—an evening that celebrated confidence, inclusivity and the strong sense of community that defines Santa Maria College.
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Joy, talent, and resilience were on full display as our Years 5 & 6 students were recognised for their achievements in 2025. Catch the highlights from a morning filled with music, celebration, and heartfelt moments.
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